Day 1 of this 4-day tour package begins in the afternoon with an aquatic excursion to Plata Island in Machalilla National Park. Here you will be able to do a discovery dive, kayak, and snorkel. The island is encircled by a coral reef that hosts a wide variety of marine species.

On Day 2 you will explore Agua Blanca and Los Frailes Beach. Agua Blanca is a privileged community located within the borders of the park that has an interesting archaeological museum with artifacts from pre-Incan times and a sulfur pool that you can swim in.

Los Frailes (The Friars) is one of the most beautiful beaches in Ecuador and also lies within the Machalilla National Park. It is a series of three beaches in a crescent shape with cliffs on each side and beautiful clear water.

Day 3 takes you to Plata Island (Silver Island), which is a smaller version of the Galapagos located within Machalilla National Park. Here you will encounter many of the same birds species found on the Galapagos, such as the blue-footed booby, red-footed booby, Nazca booby, frigatebird, and occasionally albatross. In addition, from June to October you will have the opportunity to see humpback whales in the waters of the park.

On the 4th day, you will do more diving. Twenty five percent (25%) of Machalilla National Park is a large marine area that is influenced by the Humboldt Current and boasts no less than 20 diving sites. These sites are home to coral formations and a large variety of marine species, including tropical fish, manta rays, turtles, various crustaceans, and of course whales.

Duration

4 days, 3 night

Dificulty

7/10, You need to be able to walk for an extended period of time and climb stairs (180) on the island, swim while diving and snorkeling, and row while kayaking.

Schedule

First day:
13:30 to 17:00

Second day:
09:00 Departure from the office
16:00 Return to the office